Understanding Tooth Nerve Issues: Causes and Solutions for Sensitivity
Dental nerve issues? Hello Doctor, about a year ago, I went rafting and accidentally chipped a small corner off my upper right second incisor, which made that tooth very sensitive, but it was still within tolerable limits, so I didn't pay much attention after getting it fill...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If the chipped front tooth continues to feel painful after being restored, it is likely that the dental nerve has become inflamed. It is advisable to return for a follow-up appointment. If necessary, root canal treatment should be performed, followed by the placement of a crown f...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Nerve Issues: Causes and Solutions for Sensitivity
Does Orthodontic Treatment Cause a Rise in Body Temperature?
Increased body temperature during orthodontic treatment? Currently, I am wearing the Invisalign aligners for the ninth time, and today marks the 24th hour of wearing them. My teeth feel very painful, and my temperature is approximately 37.4°C. Can orthodontic treatment cause an i...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you are simply wearing contact lenses, there is no literature indicating that it would raise body temperature to as high as 37.4°C. There may be other reasons; please investigate further. Thank you! Sincerely, Lin Chia-yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung Hospital, M...[Read More] Does Orthodontic Treatment Cause a Rise in Body Temperature?
Understanding Pain and Movement in Fixed Dental Implants
It is common to experience pain after getting fixed dentures? Hello doctor, I have had my fixed dentures for one to two years now. Recently, I have noticed that they feel loose when I touch them, and sometimes they hurt while other times they don't. What could be the situati...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Fixed dentures should have an X-ray taken every six months to check their internal condition. If they are already loose, it is advisable to return to the original clinic for follow-up observation to avoid accidental ingestion. Sincerely, Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentis...[Read More] Understanding Pain and Movement in Fixed Dental Implants
Understanding Oral Blisters: Causes and When to See a Dentist
Small blisters in the posterior oral cavity? Hello doctor, I have a small blister located about 2 cm behind the last molar on the right side of my mouth (in a position that stretches when I open my mouth). There is only one blister, approximately 2 mm in size, and it is not very ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It may not necessarily be an issue of immunity; it could also be caused by irritation from devices such as braces or dentures. It is advisable to seek a medical examination. Sincerely, Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfar...[Read More] Understanding Oral Blisters: Causes and When to See a Dentist
Post-Dental Filling Sensitivity: Is It Tooth Sensitivity?
Experiencing soreness after using dental floss following a dental filling? Hello, doctor. For the past month, I have been experiencing tooth sensitivity when eating. I later discovered that I had cavities between my teeth. After getting the cavities filled, I no longer feel pain ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: After completing the treatment, it will take some time to adapt. It is recommended to observe for 1 to 3 months and to use an anti-sensitivity toothpaste for cleaning treatment. After 3 months, an X-ray should be taken to check for any issues such as pulpitis or other prob...[Read More] Post-Dental Filling Sensitivity: Is It Tooth Sensitivity?
Understanding Jaw Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
It seems like my wisdom teeth are coming in, and my jaw is sore? Hello Doctor, I had all my lower wisdom teeth extracted last year. Recently, I've been experiencing mild pain in the upper right wisdom tooth area and soreness in my jaw. Today, I noticed that the gums around m...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Jaw pain is usually caused by occlusal issues, and the eruption of wisdom teeth may exacerbate these problems. It is recommended to have an X-ray taken to confirm the diagnosis once the pandemic stabilizes. Sincerely, Dr. Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung Ho...[Read More] Understanding Jaw Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Swelling and Pain Behind Front Teeth with Braces
Swelling and pain behind the front teeth? Hello Doctor, I have braces, and my dentist attached two tooth-like structures behind my front teeth to correct my bite. I later noticed that sometimes when I clean between my teeth with an interdental brush, there is bleeding, and near t...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
During the orthodontic process, the elevation of dental materials is primarily for the needs of tooth alignment. However, if oral hygiene is not properly maintained, inflammation and abscess formation can occur in the interproximal areas. If oral hygiene has been adequately pract...[Read More] Understanding Swelling and Pain Behind Front Teeth with Braces
Understanding Tongue Pain: Is It Related to Wisdom Teeth Issues?
Issues with the tongue? Can wisdom teeth scrape against the back of the throat near the base of the tongue? I have been experiencing tongue pain for over two years, which comes and goes. Initially, the pain was in multiple areas and would shift locations, but now it is localized ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you have already been examined by three specialists, it is advisable to follow their recommendations and not to worry too much. Additionally, wisdom teeth can indeed cause irritation to the base of the tongue. If you are considering extraction, you may discuss the pros ...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Pain: Is It Related to Wisdom Teeth Issues?
Managing Persistent Headaches After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Know
Persistent migraine after extraction of the upper right wisdom tooth? I would like to ask about my experience after having my upper right wisdom tooth extracted on April 27. Everything was normal except for some mild discomfort at the extraction site. On April 29, I returned for ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. Could the tension headache be due to the wound not being fully healed? Ans: It's possible. 2. Or could it be due to an infection? However, there are no other symptoms except for this headache... Ans: Infections typically present with other noticeable symptoms, incl...[Read More] Managing Persistent Headaches After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Know
Understanding Pain in Gums Under Dentures: Causes and Solutions
Pain in the gums around dentures? I have been in pain for a week. The gums under my dentures are very painful, and even after adjusting the dentures, I still experience pain when biting down and sharp pain that feels like it's radiating. I have to rely on painkillers to mana...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If simple adjustments to the dentures and medication have not alleviated the pain, it is advisable to remove the dentures and reassess the underlying cause of the tooth issue to receive comprehensive treatment. This is a response from Dr. Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Denti...[Read More] Understanding Pain in Gums Under Dentures: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Facial Swelling After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Facial swelling after wisdom tooth extraction? On Thursday afternoon, I was advised to extract both my upper and lower right wisdom teeth due to several months of recurring pain. Three hours post-surgery, I experienced some pain, but my face appeared normal. The next day, while t...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
It is recommended to apply ice packs for swelling and bleeding control on the first day after having both upper and lower wisdom teeth extracted. However, it is not advised to continue icing on the second day. If facial swelling persists, in addition to taking anti-inflammatory a...[Read More] Understanding Facial Swelling After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Experiencing Pain from a Decade-Old Metal Dental Crown: What to Expect
The metal braces that were installed ten years ago are now causing pain? Hello, doctor. Yesterday, my lower left molar metal crown, which has been in place for ten years, started to feel dull and painful. It also hurts when I tap on it. I plan to see a dentist next week, but I wo...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The metal crown on the lower left molar may cause pain. An X-ray should be taken first to determine whether the pain is due to gum inflammation or inflammation of the nerve inside the tooth. This will help decide whether the crown needs to be removed. It is advisable to discuss t...[Read More] Experiencing Pain from a Decade-Old Metal Dental Crown: What to Expect
Is It Normal to Feel Discomfort After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
After the wisdom tooth extraction site has healed, it feels strange when moving the mouth? Hello, doctor. After having my upper wisdom tooth extracted, I developed alveolar osteitis. During my follow-up appointment last week, the doctor mentioned that I have recovered about 80%, ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If the gum at the wound site has fully healed and there is no foul odor or purulent discharge, it is recommended to simply observe the situation and avoid any invasive treatments, allowing the body to heal itself. This is a response from Dr. Lin Chia-Yung, Department of De...[Read More] Is It Normal to Feel Discomfort After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Unexplained Tooth Sensitivity: Possible Causes and Solutions
The cause of tooth sensitivity cannot be determined? Hello Doctor, I have discomfort in my lower left first molar (tooth #36) that sometimes feels acidic and dull (when there is no discomfort, it feels normal). However, the timing and circumstances are not very consistent; someti...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: The main causes of bodily pain are twofold: injury to tissues or organs, or disruption in nerve signal transmission. If you believe the discomfort is caused by injury to the teeth or surrounding tissues, it is recommended that you return to a medical center for a 3D X-ray ...[Read More] Unexplained Tooth Sensitivity: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Post-Root Canal Symptoms: Is Your Tooth Pain Normal?
Root canal treatment Hello, doctor. My right front tooth had a root canal last September, and I haven't touched that tooth since then. Now, I feel weak when biting down, and sometimes there is a slight throbbing pain. The next day when I wake up, the tooth feels normal again...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Dear Patient, we recommend that you schedule a follow-up appointment at our outpatient clinic to continue your treatment. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Root Canal Symptoms: Is Your Tooth Pain Normal?
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Root Canal Treatment
Post-endodontic treatment tooth sensitivity? Hello Doctor, I had a root canal treatment on my lower right third molar about 7-8 years ago, and I received a fixed ceramic crown. About six months ago, the crown came off, and I had it reattached by a dentist. Initially, I felt some ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If a root canal treatment has been performed and a crown is placed, there should not be any tooth sensitivity, unless there is an issue with the occlusal height, such as an overly high occlusal surface, which can lead to long-term occlusal trauma and cause tooth pain. It is recom...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Root Canal Treatment
Understanding Dental Nerve Death: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Nerve necrosis Hello Doctor: For the past two days, I've been experiencing pain in the area where I had a filling done a month ago, to the point where I couldn't sleep even after taking four painkillers. I went to see a dentist the next day, and they tested my teeth wit...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: As you mentioned, root canal treatment has already begun. The part where the tooth is drilled needs to wait until the dentist has thoroughly cleaned the internal root canals before sealing it. For now, it can only be temporarily filled, so please use it with caution. This ...[Read More] Understanding Dental Nerve Death: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Is There a Risk of Bacteria Residue Before Getting a Crown After Root Canal?
Is there a risk of bacterial residue after getting a crown many years after a root canal? Hello, Doctor. I have two lower molars that have undergone root canal treatment, but I did not get crowns at that time. This week, while eating, one of them suddenly cracked. After seeing th...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to take another X-ray to confirm the condition of the root canal of the impacted tooth. If there are signs of apical pathology in the images, it is advisable to undergo retreatment of the root canal. Sincerely, Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taic...[Read More] Is There a Risk of Bacteria Residue Before Getting a Crown After Root Canal?
Understanding Post-Anesthesia Hard Palate Healing: What to Expect
After receiving anesthesia, there is a scab-like formation on the hard palate wound? Hello Doctor, I apologize for bothering you. A few days before the long holiday, I visited the dentist who diagnosed that I needed a root canal. I received local anesthesia, one injection in the ...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Ms. Yang: Hello, I recommend that you visit the outpatient clinic for a definitive diagnosis to accurately assess the symptoms you described. Thank you. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Anesthesia Hard Palate Healing: What to Expect
Can Enamel Scratches Heal After Biting Down on Bone?
Biting into a bone? Will enamel scratches heal? Will they recover? There are scratches from biting down on a bone.
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If biting into a bone causes enamel loss or scratches that cannot be restored, it is recommended to monitor the teeth for sensitivity or pain. If symptoms occur, you should consult a dentist for further evaluation. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of Dentistry, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Can Enamel Scratches Heal After Biting Down on Bone?